Plant us in a new home during the autumn and we may surprise you. Yes, we do appreciate a little extra mulch to cover our roots as winter arrives.
However, when St. Louis has a mild winter, we add spots of color to otherwise resting flower beds.
Do you have a protected spot in your garden? Give us a home there. Our bright yellow faces with accents in shades of purple should bring a smile to your face. All is not lost — brighter days are on the way.
Pansies were a favorite gift from child to mother on Mother’s Day when I was young. Plant them in a paper cup at school and present them on Friday. (You didn’t expect a six, seven, or eight-year-old to keep it secret.)
Fictional Crystal Springs, WI is in the planting zone for spring pansies. During January, when Starr Tree Farm takes place, you won’t find them in flower beds or pots (unless you have a greenhouse). While waiting for spring, read. Romance with a touch of suspense goes well with warm beverages, cozy blankets, and long winter evenings. Here’s a link to more book details. https://amzn.to/2zqIQEw
